Grim Tales Tarot

Grim Tales Tarot - a tarot deck with fairy-tale imagery, dark symbolism, and a modern “once upon a time”

Grim Tales Tarot drops you into a dark wood where the familiar suddenly grows sharper edges. You recognize the pull of fairy-tale stories, but behind every cottage door something seems to whisper. The illustrations feel like a “once upon a time” that continues into the present, with undercurrents of occult secrets that only show themselves when you linger.

This tarot deck includes 78 cards and a 200-page, full-color companion book, in English, published by Llewellyn Publications.

Why choose these cards?

Grim Tales Tarot is described as a Rider-Waite-Smith-style deck, so you’ll still find the core tarot structure, but inside a world where fairy-tale motifs and traditional tarot symbolism interlace. The creator invites you to let each reading become your own dark fairy tale, with characters that seem to whisper messages about your modern-day “once upon a time.”

The cards are printed with sustainably sourced paper and ink. In the feedback you provided, each card is described as a work of art with strong Dark Victorian vibes. The cards are also described as thinner than some decks, while still shuffling beautifully. The finish is noted as a matte dark grey gilding. The box is praised as sturdy and luxurious, with a magnetic closure and a ribbon to lift the cards out. The companion book is pocket-sized and includes color images of the cards.

About the creator

Fiona Edgewood is a mystic and artist who spends her time reading and researching folklore and fantastical stories. Inspired by the Brothers Grimm, she wove fairy-tale imagery with traditional tarot symbolism to create Grim Tales Tarot. That approach comes through in the blend of familiar story-feeling and a darker, occult underlayer.

What’s included

• Product type: tarot deck
• 78 cards
• Companion book: 200 pages, full color
• Language: English
• Author: Fiona Edgewood
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
• Publication date: 2025-11-08
• Dimensions: 82.6 x 45.2 x 128.5 mm
• Item weight: 383 g
• ISBN: 9780738779102
• Printing: sustainably sourced paper and ink
• Packaging: magnetic closure and ribbon pull

Who is this product suitable for?

This tarot deck fits if you enjoy a darker fairy-tale atmosphere and like imagery that carries both beauty and a hint of mystery. It works well for story-driven readings, where characters and symbols return like clues. If you read with Rider-Waite-Smith but want a new world without losing the tarot backbone, this is an easy step into that space.

If you prefer bright, airy decks, or you don’t like working with a distinctly dark aesthetic, a more neutral tarot deck may feel better.

Tips for use

Lay three cards as a story: who am I in this chapter, what is behind the door, what is the forest whispering to me. Then use the companion book as a second layer so details in the art can speak more clearly.

FAQ

How many cards are in Grim Tales Tarot?

78 cards.

Does it include a companion book?

Yes, a 200-page full-color companion book.

What language is this set in?

English.

Is it Rider-Waite-Smith based?

It is described as a Rider-Waite-Smith-style deck.

What are the dimensions and weight?

82.6 x 45.2 x 128.5 mm and 383 g.

What is special about the packaging?

The box is described as sturdy and beautiful, with a magnetic closure and a ribbon pull.

Are there details about the printing?

Yes, it’s printed with sustainably sourced paper and ink.

What are the ISBN and publication date?

ISBN 9780738779102, publication date 2025-11-08.

Grim Tales Tarot is an English-language tarot deck with 78 cards and a full-color book, weaving fairy-tale motifs and traditional tarot symbolism into a dark, story-rich whole.